IMDb > Alfie (1966)
Alfie
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotes
Overview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv schedule
Awards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage board
Plot & Quotes
plot summarysynopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotes
Fun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQ
Other Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDesk
Promotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo gallery
External Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clips
Photos (see all 14 | slideshow) Videos (see all 2)
Alfie (1966) -- Open-ended Trailer from Paramount
Alfie (1966) -- Sinematurk - Trailer (Flash)

Overview

User Rating:
7.1/10   5,108 votes
MOVIEmeter: ?
Up 48% in popularity this week. See why on IMDbPro.
Director:
Writers:
Bill Naughton (play)
Bill Naughton (screenplay)
Contact:
View company contact information for Alfie on IMDbPro.
Release Date:
24 August 1966 (USA) more
Genre:
Tagline:
Michael Caine is Alfie is Wicked ! more
Plot:
For Alfie, the only real life is sex life; only then can he kid himself he is living. Sex is not used as the working-class boy's way to 'the top'... more | add synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for 5 Oscars. Another 7 wins & 16 nominations more
NewsDesk:
(21 articles)
Harry Brown – Martyn’s Review
 (From FilmShaft.com. 11 November 2009, 3:07 AM, PST)

Michael Caine's success doubts
 (From Monsters and Critics. 11 November 2009, 2:23 AM, PST)

User Comments:
Rogue on the loose more (58 total)

Cast

  (Complete credited cast)

Michael Caine ... Alfie Elkins

Shelley Winters ... Ruby

Millicent Martin ... Siddie
Julia Foster ... Gilda
Jane Asher ... Annie
Shirley Anne Field ... Carla
Vivien Merchant ... Lily
Eleanor Bron ... The Doctor
Denholm Elliott ... The Abortionist
Alfie Bass ... Harry Clamacraft
Graham Stark ... Humphrey
Murray Melvin ... Nat
Sydney Tafler ... Frank
more
Create a character page for: ?

Additional Details

Runtime:
114 min
Country:
Language:
Color:
Color (Technicolor)
Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Mono | Stereo (Turner Classic Movies version)
Certification:
Canada:G (Quebec) (video rating) (1995) | Canada:PA (Manitoba) | Canada:R (Nova Scotia/Ontario) | Canada:18A | West Germany:18 (nf) | Australia:M | Finland:K-16 | Singapore:PG | Sweden:15 | UK:15 | USA:Approved (original rating) | USA:PG (re-rating) (1972)
Company:

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
The hospital scene was filmed in what is now York House, the Town Hall in Twickenham, Middlesex, UK. more
Goofs:
Audio/visual unsynchronized: When Alfie is in the doctors office and looks out of the window at the funeral, the window frame is of a different sort to the one we see of the interior. more
Quotes:
Alfie: I don't want no bird's respect - I wouldn't know what to do with it. more
Movie Connections:
Spoofed in Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002) more
Soundtrack:
Alfie more

FAQ

This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.
13 out of 19 people found the following comment useful.
Rogue on the loose, 9 August 2005
8/10
Author: jotix100 from New York

Alfie Elkins, that irresistible roguish Cockney character, takes us into his confidence right at the start of this film, as he invites us, his audience, to follow him in this fantasy filled with sex that reflected a Mod society of London in the sixties. Alfie, by talking directly to the camera, seems to be performing asides a character would do in a play to emphasize a point. Some comments in here indicate they are an annoyance, but in fact, they enhance the charm of Alfie. He is a happy go lucky man who scores with all kinds of women, who find him, not only attractive, but hard to forget. Alfie is not bashful in telling us his sexual encounters with the women we get to meet.

Lewis Gilbert's 1966 film made an impact when it was released. Watching it in the DVD format, one can clearly see the film has been preserved well. It still has a crisp look and frankly, it doesn't have that "dated" look of other films of that period. Aside from some of those 60s hair styles, seen in some of the actresses, the film looks as though it was recently shot.

This is a film to relish Michael Caine in one of his best creations. As Alfie, he is never mean. He is a man who is only interested in satisfying the women he meets. This was Mr. Caine's break through film, which indicated, even then, his potential as the versatile actor one has always cherished.

The women in Alfie's life show a lot of different types. Shelley Winters is at her best with her take of Ruby, the wealthy American "bird" that loves her encounters with Alfie. Millicent Martin, seen briefly, makes a fun Siddie. Vivian Merchant is Lily, the married woman who strays when she can't resist Alfie's charms. Jane Asher as Annie is excellent. Julia Foster plays Gilda, the only one to give Alfie an heir. Eleonor Bron is seen briefly. Alfie Bass is the only actor who has any extended role in the film.

This is a film that reflects that sexual liberating era.

Was the above comment useful to you?
more (58 total)

Message Boards

Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Alfie (1966)
Recent Posts (updated daily)User
don't get it, not funny, pretty sad + pathetic millie-dogue
Jane Asher gog670
The fact is that this film does not appeal to women sahansmadhouse
Alfie's car? roamic-1
Dated? joanbrazas
Favourite scene... icarus_04
more

Recommendations

If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
- - - - -
Darling The Libertine Metroland Pygmalion The Ice Storm
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
Show more recommendations

Related Links

Full cast and crew Company credits External reviews
News articles IMDb Comedy section IMDb UK section
Add this title to MyMovies

You may report errors and omissions on this page to the IMDb database managers. They will be examined and if approved will be included in a future update. Clicking the 'Update' button will take you through a step-by-step process.